Technical Snapshot

The Lexar NQ100 256GB SATA SSD is a high-performance 2.5" solid state drive built with QLC flash and a SATA III interface. It delivers sequential read speeds Up to 550 MB/s and sequential write speeds Up to 500 MB/s. Random I/O reaches 90,000 read IOPS and 80,000 write IOPS. The drive offers 256GB of storage, an endurance rating of 100 TBW, a 1,000,000 hours MTBF, backed by a 5-year limited warranty. Part of Lexar's NQ100 product line, this drive provides reliable everyday storage performance.

Use Case: General-purpose storage, everyday computing
Compatibility: 2.5" slot, SATA III-capable motherboard
Category: Internal NVMe SSD — Lexar NQ100

Lexar SSD

Lexar NQ100

NQ100 256GB SATA SSD

Name: Lexar NQ100 256GB SATA SSD
Brand: Lexar
SKU: LNQ100X256G-RNNNG

SATA III · 2.5" · QLC · Up to 550 MB/s Read

Capacity 256GB

Seq Read Up to 550 MB/s

Seq Write Up to 500 MB/s

Endurance 100 TBW

MPNLNQ100X256G-RNNNG

EAN0843367140008

CategorySolid State Drives

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Performance & Interface

Form Factor2.5"

InterfaceSATA III

Sequential ReadUp to 550 MB/s

Sequential WriteUp to 500 MB/s

Random Read IOPS90,000

Random Write IOPS80,000

NAND TypeQLC

Endurance (TBW)100 TBW

MTBF1,000,000 hours

Warranty5-year limited

Full Specifications

Data sourced from Lexar product specifications

Storage
Product Line	NQ100
Capacity	256GB
Form Factor	2.5"
Interface	SATA III
NAND Type	QLC
Performance
Sequential Read	Up to 550 MB/s
Sequential Write	Up to 500 MB/s
Random Read IOPS	90,000
Random Write IOPS	80,000
Endurance & Reliability
Endurance (TBW)	100 TBW
MTBF	1,000,000 hours
Warranty	5-year limited
Product
Brand	Lexar
MPN	LNQ100X256G-RNNNG
EAN	0843367140008
Physical
Weight	0.065 kg
Package Dimensions	16.5 x 10.8 x 1.8 cm

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Lexar NQ100 256GB SATA compatible with my motherboard?

The Lexar NQ100 256GB SATA SSD uses a 2.5" form factor with SATA III interface. It is compatible with any motherboard that has a matching 2.5" slot. Check your motherboard specifications for SATA port availability.

What systems is the Lexar NQ100 256GB SATA designed for?

The Lexar NQ100 256GB SATA SSD is designed for desktop PCs and workstations with 2.5" support. Check your system's storage interface specifications for compatibility.

What is the endurance rating of the Lexar NQ100 256GB SATA?

The Lexar NQ100 256GB SATA SSD is rated for 100 TBW with a 1,000,000 hours MTBF, backed by a 5-year limited warranty. At typical consumer usage of ~50 GB/day, this provides years of reliable operation.

How fast is the Lexar NQ100 256GB SATA?

The Lexar NQ100 256GB SATA SSD delivers Up to 550 MB/s sequential read and Up to 500 MB/s sequential write speeds. Random I/O performance: 90,000 read IOPS and 80,000 write IOPS.

What type of NAND does the Lexar NQ100 256GB SATA use?

The Lexar NQ100 256GB SATA SSD uses QLC flash memory with 256GB storage capacity. QLC NAND provides excellent value for large-capacity storage.

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